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Dr. Walter Bristow III, MD

Dr. Walter Bristow III, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Walter Bristow III, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bristow III has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(803) 799-4800

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Bristow III is affiliated with MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown Columbia, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Bristow III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bristow III specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Bristow III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bristow III

3.9

17 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
71%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
6%
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1 Star
24%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 02, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 09, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Manning, SC – Sep 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Virginia Wheeler in Columbia – Jul 06, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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LB in Columbia, SC – Jun 28, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Rock Hill – Nov 14, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Walter Bristow III, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bristow III has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of...read more

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Rush-presby-st Lukes

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988

  • University Ala

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • University Ala

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Bristow III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Columbia Gastroenterology Associates PA2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204
    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown2435 Forest Dr Columbia, SC 29204
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

      2435 Forest Dr
      Columbia, SC 29204
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Prisma Health Richland Hospital

      5 Richland Medical Park Dr
      Columbia, SC 29203
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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